The Canadian company World Wide Minerals is turning to arbitration to review the case regarding uranium licenses, as reported by Orda.kz. According to the information, WWM has filed a notice for a renewed arbitration proceeding against Kazakhstan, marking the beginning of the third phase of the dispute related to investments in uranium in Kazakhstan made in the 1990s.
Over the past month, the Guarantee Fund issued 29 guarantees under the "Unaa" program, allowing residents of Kyrgyzstan to obtain auto loans for purchasing locally produced vehicles without the need for a down payment. This information was provided by the fund's press service. According to the fund's data, auto loans were issued for Chevrolet vehicles manufactured by Tulpar Motors. Since the launch of the "Unaa" program, 87 citizens have become owners of
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, in the first ten months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 112,465 passenger cars, amounting to $893.2 million. The main exporting countries were South Korea (46,769 cars), China (40,190), the USA (8,341), Russia (3,450), and Georgia (2,607).
In November, the import of new passenger cars into Russia amounted to 55.9 thousand units, which is the highest figure in the last 13 months, according to data from the analytical agency "Autostat". The share of Kyrgyzstan in the structure of car imports to Russia increased to 21.6%.
A ceremonial opening of the modernized boiler house 'Bishkekselmash' took place in Bishkek, attended by the city mayor Aibek Junushaliev. This information was announced by the press service of the mayor's office. The mayor congratulated those present on the launch of the boiler house and emphasized its importance for local residents.
In Kyrgyzstan, the active fight against viral hepatitis, often referred to as the "silent death" of the 21st century, continues. Since 2022, the government has implemented a series of measures, transferring the authority for the diagnosis, vaccination, and treatment of these diseases to the Republican AIDS Center. Despite the efforts being made, the problem remains relevant, and work to combat the infection continues. Specialists strongly urge citizens to get tested for viral
In Kochkor-Ata, on December 28, the results of the regional stage of the theatrical competition for school students titled "National Spirit — Global Heights: The Path of Creative Youth" were summarized. The event was attended by the leadership of the presidential representative office in the Jalal-Abad region.
In the village of Kairagach, located in the Kara-Sui district of the Osh region, the construction of a new school has been completed, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction. The educational institution is designed for 275 students, and 105 million soms were allocated from the republican budget for its construction.
From December 19 to 22, temporary restrictions will be imposed on the section of the road Karakol — Enilchek, within the 38-112 kilometers, in the area of the Chon-Ashuu pass. This information was provided by the state enterprise "Kyrgyzavtozhol," which is part of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Additionally, it is expected that avalanches may occur at the 45-90 kilometers of the route, as well as the formation of snow drifts and ice due to the upcoming precipitation.
Due to adverse weather conditions, the Ministry of Emergency Situations recommends that drivers exercise particular caution on the roads and take into account the current road situation when planning trips.
The international football championship, the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, will begin on December 21 in Morocco. The opening match will take place at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah in Rabat, where the Moroccan national team will face the Comoros team.
Six civil servants, both current and former, were detained in the Osh region on suspicion of corruption related to the conversion of land plots in the "Ken-Sai" area of the Aravan district. This was reported by the Osh regional internal affairs department. According to available information, during the investigation of the criminal case, the following individuals were detained:
The statement was made by the Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov According to the press service of the Ministry of Economy, a meeting took place in Kabul between Bakyt Sydykov, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, and Abdul Salam Hanafi, the Deputy Prime Minister of Afghanistan responsible for administrative and social issues.
In Bishkek, a police officer has been detained on suspicion of raping a minor. This was reported by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital. According to the information, on December 11, the head of the Juvenile Prevention Department of the Sverdlovsk District contacted the local internal affairs department. She stated that an eighth-grade student from one of the schools, named J. A., reported having had close relations with the police officer, which occurred at the end of November
Arrested suspect in apartment fraud Turmush — On December 19, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region reported the detention of a suspect in apartment fraud. A resident of the Issyk-Ata district contacted the police on December 11. He stated that in March 2025, he saw an advertisement for the sale of an apartment in the village of Ivanovka on the "Lalafо" website. After contacting the seller, they agreed on the deal, and the buyer handed over 1
According to the report from the analytical portal Global Petrol Prices, Kyrgyzstan ranks 41st in the world ranking for average gasoline prices. Currently, the average price of a liter of gasoline in the country is $0.935, which is approximately 81.8 soms. Over the past year, the republic has lost 13 positions in this list, indicating a rise in fuel prices relative to other countries.
In Tokyo, a meeting took place between Ravshanbek Sabirov, the head of the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Kubo Takaaki, the head of the Japanese branch of InvesCore Financial Group (ICFG). This event was held as part of the business forum "Central Asia + Japan," as reported by the agency's press service. During the discussion, investment opportunities in key projects of Kyrgyzstan were considered, such as infrastructure development,
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a police officer has been detained on suspicion of raping a minor. This information was received from sources in law enforcement on December 19. It is reported that the girl approached the juvenile affairs inspection of the Sverdlovsk district and reported violent actions by her district inspector. Based on her statement, a criminal case was initiated, resulting in the suspect being detained by the Bishkek City Police Department.
The United States has temporarily suspended the implementation of the Diversity Visa (DV1) immigration lottery program, which provides foreigners with the opportunity to obtain a green card. This decision was a result of an executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump, following the shooting incident at Brown University.
The Kyznechnaya (Pishpekskaya) fortress, according to the new general plan for Bishkek, will remain an object of historical significance. This was reported by Aziret Akimov, the deputy head of the main department for urban planning and architecture of the Ministry of Construction, during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio". Akimov emphasized that a protective zone and a passport will be created for the fortress, and it will also be recognized as needing restoration. As part of the new
The Government of Kyrgyzstan has announced a new development-oriented budget Today's budget of Kyrgyzstan can be characterized as development-oriented. This was stated by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev in his interview, discussing the current state of government expenditures.
The road services continue their work on clearing the Arashan — Chunkurchak route, located in the Alamudun district. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Chui region. As of 14:45, the road conditions are stable, and there is no ice observed.
The process of transitioning to a 12-year education system includes the phased introduction of new textbooks in schools. This was discussed on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Daniyar Ashymov, the editor-in-chief of the state institution "Publishing House 'Okuu Kitebi'." According to him, the main focus of the "Altyn Kazyq" program, related to the transition to the 12-year system, will be on the implementation of new educational and methodological complexes
The prospect of a third fight between Valentina Shevchenko and Amanda Nunes could become a reality if Nunes successfully returns and captures the title in the bantamweight division.
The country is protected from economic shocks with a reserve of 8.3 billion dollars In an interview with Bloomberg, the Chairman of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, Melis Turgunbaev, announced the sale of Eurobonds worth 700 million dollars as part of the first integration into the market in 2025.
In Kyrgyzstan, between 6,300 and 6,500 new cases of cancer are recorded each year, as reported by the director of the National Center for Oncology and Hematology, Nurbek Bukuev, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." According to him, by 2025, more than 35,000 patients suffering from cancer will be registered at the National Center.
According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, the export of cabbage from Kyrgyzstan decreased threefold from January to October 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. During the specified period of the current year, 3,500 tons of cabbage were exported for a total of 740 thousand dollars. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, the volumes amounted to 11,000 tons with revenue of 1.5 million dollars.
An emergency avalanche warning for the passes of the country has been issued by the Hydrometeorological Service of Kyrgyzstan (Kyrgyzgidromet). The message states that from December 20 to 22, precipitation is expected in the mountainous areas, which may lead to avalanches. The most risky sections of the roads include:
Elida Madanbekova, a resident of Karakol, has been actively working in the energy sector for over two decades. Although she is trained as a teacher, her journey in this field has been successful, and she has earned the trust of the local population. According to information from a Turmush correspondent, Elida graduated from Issyk-Kul State University with a degree in "Mathematics." In 2004, after completing her studies, she applied to the Karakol Electric Network Company, where she
First of all, severe frosts will affect the North Kazakhstan, Akmolinsk, and Kostanay regions. Snowfalls, blizzards, and fog are expected on December 20, and by the morning of December 21, temperatures in these regions may drop to –30…–35°C. In particular, temperatures in Petropavlovsk are predicted to reach –35°C, while in Astana it will drop to –27°C.
Illustrative photo As a result of the shooting that occurred on December 13, two students were killed, and at least eight were injured. The shooter, a Portuguese national named Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, had been studying at Brown University for over two decades. He is also suspected of murdering Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor Nuno Loureiro, which took place two days after the shooting. On December 18, it was reported that Valente was found dead in a storage facility in New
A long queue of heavy trucks has formed near the "Sosnovka" checkpoint. According to drivers, on December 19, trucks began to line up along the highway from the village of Sosnovka to the village of Bokso-Zhol, heading towards Bishkek – Osh.
The remaining balance must be paid to the account of "Eldik Bank". The responsibility for paying the remaining amount lies with everyone who is eligible for Hajj. The deadline is December 19, as reported by the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan.
On December 19, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of suspects in livestock theft. The incident occurred in the village of Kairma in the Jayil District on the night of December 12 to 13, when a six-year-old brown stallion, which was tied up, was stolen from a yard.
According to information received on December 19 from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region, a suspect in fraud has been detained. On December 17, a resident of the village of Dostuk, located in the Alamudun district, reported to the police. He stated that in June 2025, he handed over 8,000 US dollars, and then an additional 4,000 dollars to a man who promised to sell him 20 acres of land in the villages of Belovodskoye and Aleksandrovka in the Moscow
On December 17, the Ministry of Culture held a scientific symposium dedicated to the archaeological site of Ak-Beshim (Suyab), which is located in the Chui region and included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the event was attended by scholars, archaeologists, representatives of government institutions, and experts in the field of tourism.
On Saturday and Sunday, a new influx of moist air is expected, which will lead to a temporary deterioration in weather conditions. Rain and snow will occur across the country. Nighttime temperatures will range from 0 to -5 degrees, while daytime temperatures will range from 0 to +5 degrees. The wind will be from the west, with intensity ranging from light to moderate, and fog is also possible.
In the final of the Arab Nations Cup, which took place on December 19, the Moroccan national team triumphed over the Jordanian team. The final score of the match was 3:2 in favor of the Moroccans after extra time.
According to the Ministry of Finance, in the first ten months of the current year, Kyrgyzstan spent 64 billion 316.7 million soms, which is equivalent to approximately $735 million, on servicing the national debt. Of this amount, 39 billion 883.5 million soms ($455.8 million) was allocated for servicing external debt, while 24 billion 433.2 million soms ($279.2 million) went towards domestic obligations.
According to information from the Associated Press, the completion of the deal is scheduled for February 22. This date was announced by TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew in a message to employees that the agency has reviewed. After the deal is completed, it is expected that the American division of TikTok will operate in accordance with the principles of "protecting the data of American citizens and U.S. national security." In particular, user data from the U.S. will be stored on American soil
According to football expert Sergey Ilyov, midfielder Gulzhigit Alykulov is currently in the final stages of negotiations to transfer to Minsk's "Dynamo".
A woman appealed to Kyrgyzstan with a request regarding the inadmissibility of her son's participation in hostilities abroad. She reported that her son had been convicted and is serving his sentence in the Russian Federation. On December 18, she submitted a statement to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, demanding that he not be sent to the combat zone. The issue was reviewed by the leadership of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the appeal has been taken into
Good news for residents of the southern districts of Bishkek: the waiting time for the delivery of groceries and household goods has significantly decreased. Glovo announces the launch of its second micro-fulfillment center called Glovo Express, which radically changes the approach to fast delivery.
The city administration of Osh has announced a temporary traffic restriction on Mamirova Street. According to information from municipal authorities, the road will be closed to vehicles from midnight on December 19 until December 20. The closure will affect the section between Aliyev and Sadyrbaev Streets.
- According to statistical information, in Kyrgyzstan, from January to November 2025, dairy products were produced worth 17 billion 753 million 752.1 thousand soms. This is an increase of 5.96% compared to the same period last year, when production amounted to 16 billion 755 million 919.6 thousand soms. In November 2025, the volume of dairy product production amounted to 1 billion 221 million 24.9 thousand soms, which is a decrease of 7.07% compared to November 2024 (1 billion 313 million 978.8
According to information from the Seismological Monitoring Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the magnitude of the earthquake that occurred in the Takhar province was 6. The epicenter was located at a depth of 105 kilometers. As for Tashkent, located 550 km from the epicenter, the tremors were felt weakly, at a level of 2 points. In areas such as Syrdarya, Jizzakh, and the Fergana Valley, the intensity of the vibrations ranged from 2 to 3 points. The
As part of the pilot project initiated by the Veterinary Service, as well as the Department of Animal Husbandry, Pastures, and Feed of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, the implementation of the Pasture Management Concept is planned. This project will begin in the Naryn region, as announced by the Deputy Director of the Service, Ishenbek Alambetov, at a seminar dedicated to the topic of "Improving the Condition of Pastures and
In Kok-Jangak, a transfer of specialized equipment took place for the municipal enterprise "Shar-Bulak." The event gathered local residents and deputies of the kenesh. According to the mayor Syrgak Zamirbek uulu, a total of five units of new equipment were handed over, acquired as part of the reconstruction supported by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. He noted that the water supply networks in the city had not been updated since 1932. "The reconstruction of
